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“Wallace & Gromit” voice actor Peter Sallis passes away at 96

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Posted on by Mike Celestino
Wallace and Gromit pose together for a whimsical photo op—a grinning Wallace with his signature pencil tucked behind his ear stands beside Gromit, who sports round glasses. The display captures the beloved charm of Aardman Animations, echoing the playful spirit fans know from Peter Sallis’ iconic voice work.

Actor Peter Sallis, most famous for his recurring voice role as the bumbling Wallace character in Aardman Animations’ Academy Award-winning “Wallace & Gromit” shorts and the feature-length film “Wallace & Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit,” has passed away at the age of 96 at his home in London.

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Sallis was also a regular on the long-running BBC sitcom “Last of the Summer Wine,” wherein he played the role of Clegg for over three and a half decades.

Peter Sallis lookalike, smiling in a flat cap and coat, enjoys the scenic greenery of rolling hills and trees—capturing the iconic Wallace charm recognizable to Wallace & Gromit fans visiting an entertainment park.

Sallis passed away on Friday, June 2nd, though his death was not reported until today. He will be missed.

Wallace beams from his signature armchair in the cozy, cluttered living room scene as Gromit stands behind him holding a cane—a classic Wallace & Gromit moment brought to life with the iconic voice of Peter Sallis, perfect for fans of immersive character experiences like those found at themed entertainment attractions.

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Mike Celestino

After growing up on Long Island, Mike has spent his adult life in Southern California. He’s been fascinated by theme parks since a very early age, and has contributed to Inside the Magic since April of 2015. His other interests include Star Wars, LEGO, and The Muppets.

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